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Ikenna is an award winning journalist with experience spanning over 7 years across digital and print journalism spheres. He currently covers metro, business, governance and politics for THE WHISTLER.

Nigeria

SERAP Gives NBC 48 Hours To Withdraw Controversial Directive

Ikenna OMEJE Apr 19, 2026 0

…It’s Desperate Attempt To Gag Journalists, Media – Amnesty International …Tinubu More Interested In Controlling Narratives Than Credible Elections—Atiku The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), demanding the immediate withdrawal of its…

2027: Lagos APC Warns Against ‘Premature Endorsement’ Of Aspirants

Ikenna OMEJE Apr 19, 2026 0

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State has warned its members and officials against premature endorsement of aspirants ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement on Sunday, the state chairman, Cornelius Ojelabi,…

Nigeria

Three Dead, Seven Injured In Ogun Road Crash

Ikenna OMEJE Apr 19, 2026 0

Three persons have been confirmed dead, while seven others sustained injuries in a fatal road crash at the Onipepeye axis of the Abeokuta-Sagamu road in Ogun State. The accident, which occurred at about 5:40 p.m. on Saturday, involved a…

Nigeria

Open Toilets To Public, Lagos Urges Banks, Eateries

Ikenna OMEJE Apr 18, 2026 0

The Lagos State Government has called on banks, eateries, filling stations, and other public-facing businesses to make their toilet facilities accessible to members of the public as part of efforts to curb open defecation. The…

Opinion & Interviews

INTERVIEW: Why I Chose Nigeria Over The U.S – American Activist

Ikenna OMEJE Apr 16, 2026 0

At a time when many Nigerians are leaving the country in search of safety, opportunity and a better life abroad, American rights activist and Co-Executive Director of Justice & Empowerment Initiatives, Megan Chapman, has chosen a…

Nigeria

Lagos LP Chair Dumps Party, Snubs ADC

Ikenna OMEJE Apr 14, 2026 0

The Lagos State Chairman of the Labour Party, Pastor Dayo Ekong, has officially defected to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), citing ideological alignment and a desire to advance her political aspirations. Ekong confirmed her…

Nigeria Politics

EXCLUSIVE: Lagos Indigenes Reject Hamzat, Ambode 2027 Governorship Bids

Ikenna OMEJE Apr 12, 2026 0

As the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State prepares for its governorship primary ahead of the 2027 general elections, emerging developments suggest growing resistance to the candidacy of Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, and…

Nigeria

Lagos Kosofe Chairman Raises Alarm Over Shop, Salon Inside Toilet

Ikenna OMEJE Apr 11, 2026 0

The Executive Chairman of Kosofe Local Government Area, Moyo Ogunlewe, has condemned the conversion of a toilet facility into spaces used for a food shop and a hair salon at the Onabanjo Street market in Oworoshoki, Lagos. Ogunlewe…

Nigeria

Lagos Spent N660m On Oba Of Lagos, Others In 2025

Ikenna OMEJE Apr 8, 2026 0

The Lagos State Government spent N660m on the completion of the Oba of Lagos Palace (Iga Idunganran) and other Obas’ palaces in 2025, according to the state’s Budget Implementation Report for the fourth quarter of 2025. The…

Nigeria

Tinubu’s Bow To Obasanjo Sparks Reactions

Ikenna OMEJE Apr 5, 2026 0

President Bola Tinubu’s display of respect toward former President Olusegun Obasanjo during his visit to Ogun State on Saturday has sparked reactions from Nigerians on social media. Tinubu’s action was described as a show of humility…

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